De dwerg Ridder der Adeldoms als huzaar, 1720 1718 - 1720

This etching by Andries van (Sr.) Buysen is a satirical caricature of a dwarf soldier, possibly a real person, in a hussar uniform. The artist’s work was created in the Netherlands between 1718 and 1720 and was part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum. The image shows a figure with exaggerated features and a military uniform, including a cap and a long coat, suggesting the subject's involvement in the military. The etching is a commentary on the absurdity of the dwarf soldier's situation. The image is small in size, measuring approximately 16.9 cm high and 10.5 cm wide. The original print is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum collection.